Rent

Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson

Oct. 15 – 26, 2025
Constans Theatre
Directed by Tony Ramirez-Mata
Musical Direction by Anthony Offerle
Choreographed by Andrew Cao

Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent is a groundbreaking rock musical that follows a group of young artists navigating life, love, and loss in New York City’s East Village. As they fight for justice and visibility during the AIDS crisis, they find strength in the bonds of friendship and chosen family. Fueled by raw emotion and a powerful fusion of rock and theater, the show explores what it means to hold on to hope and community in uncertain times. With its profound message of joy and resilience in the face of adversity, this timeless musical—based on Puccini’s opera La Bohème—reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters: love. Bold and unforgettable, Rent is one production you won’t want to miss.

Consider joining us on Sunday, October 19 for Spotlight on RENT, a benefit to support the School of Theatre + Dance. This special matinee event offers a pre-show reception including a Conversation with the Creative Team, drinks and libations, and a photo area; preferential seating for RENT in the newly reopened Constans Theatre; and a post-show reception with the faculty, cast, and crew. Tickets start at $100 and all proceeds support SoTD's students and programs. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets: https://arts.ufl.edu/giving/fundraisers/spotlight/

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